Just Katie Posted April 11, 2006 Share Posted April 11, 2006 Every January my husband and I like to take a skiing break with another family (eight in total). We usually purchase a package holiday but this year we are contemplating booking flights and accommodation separately. Although I have posted on gites section, we will consider anything in the Alps or Pyrenees so long as location is good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Owens88 Posted April 11, 2006 Share Posted April 11, 2006 Last feb we had nine of us based in our apartment (using an extra studio or two but all dining in ours). Its 45mins to the slopes (or an hour or more if the weather is bad). But the village (and the spas on the way) is good to return to if you don't want all your evening to be in ski bars.The people staying there this year tell me its a comfortable hour and a half to Andorra. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Katie Posted April 11, 2006 Author Share Posted April 11, 2006 Thanks for replying John. I agree it would be lovely to keep out of the ski bars but the old man would have a right strop if he wasnt within walking distance of the slopes. I dont see him or my son from sunrise to sunset. First up, last down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pangur Posted April 12, 2006 Share Posted April 12, 2006 You could consider the Portes de Soleil (Morzine, Les Gets, Avoriaz). They're within 90 mins transfer distance of Geneva, which has lots of easyjet flights from the UK. There's been great snow for the last two years anyway, it's one of the largest linked ski areas (your husband can ski to Switzerland if he feels the need) and Les Gets is a really nice town, with lots to do for those who aren't obsessed with the white stuff. www.lesgets.comI don't know what your budget is but if you saw the Grand Designs where they did up a ski lodge in the most amazing manner, that's in Les Gets! I believe its about 10k for a week at Christmas, but you do get your own nanny and a chauffeur todrive you to the lifts for that [Www].Have just realised this in in the Gite owner section, but I know there are lots of apartments in the village to hire via the les Gets site. Most of the British run chalets do half board, which can really push the price up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChezShells Posted April 12, 2006 Share Posted April 12, 2006 HiHave look on www.lessourcescantal.com or www.auvergneactive.com RegardsLee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Katie Posted April 12, 2006 Author Share Posted April 12, 2006 Thank you, I will be chasing some of these. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
christopher Posted April 12, 2006 Share Posted April 12, 2006 HI,I own an apartment (sleeps 6) (ski in ski out, out of residence door to slopes) (within 50 meters of nursery/chrildren ski school) take a look at www.ownersdirect.co.uk/france/FR1098.htm at present our site is down for updates etc but the address is www.skivalthoren.com My close friend has (4 apartments) in the resort so more apartments can be arranged.Need more info drop me a PMRegards Chris.La Vienne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Katie Posted April 12, 2006 Author Share Posted April 12, 2006 Cheers Christopher, I have pm'd you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Katie Posted April 16, 2006 Author Share Posted April 16, 2006 Looking at St Gervais near Chamonix. Any views? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deby Posted April 17, 2006 Share Posted April 17, 2006 KKKHave you considered St Martin de Belleville? It is in the heart of the 3 valleys and an absolutely beautiful resort. The french like to keep it a secret! It is very traditional and authentic and the lifts are all connected to Meribel and Courchavel etc. The best bits are its location, prettiness and affordability. There never too many queues either and the village boasts a michelin star restaurant as well as the other affordable restaurants. It is possible to get a fabulous meal a midi for 15EurosPm me if you want any suitable recommendations.Deby Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teamedup Posted April 17, 2006 Share Posted April 17, 2006 I agree with Deby about St Martin de Belleville, but the top of my list would always be Avoriaz for a ski family holiday in France. No cars up there, I just love it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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